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A refresh rate of 144Hz to 165Hz is ideal for most ultrawide gaming monitors. Very few ultrawide monitors exceed this refresh rate, and those that do are too expensive to make it a good value. Also, gamers shopping for an ultrawide gaming monitor are likely to prefer immersive and graphically demanding games that make it difficult to see the full benefit of a refresh rate above 144Hz. You’ll need a high-end video card, like an RTX 3080 or AMD Radeon 6800, to drive most ultrawide gaming monitors at frame rates above 144 frames per second.

Dell’s mainstream laptop range focuses primarily on productivity, streaming, study and hybrid work, while Alienware models are designed around gaming performance, high-refresh displays and advanced graphics hardware.

The best monitor overall is the Dell Ultrasharp U2724DE. This 27-inch IPS display with 2560x1440 resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and extensive connectivity options can truly do it all, from productivity to gaming. It's solidly built, has ergonomic adjustments, and top-of-its class image quality.

Value shoppers who want a good-quality, versatile monitor at a budget price will be pleased with the Acer Vero B247Y G. This 24-inch 1080p IPS monitor stands out with its surprising 120Hz refresh rate and Adaptive Sync support, making it suitable for both productivity and PC gaming. It also provides great image quality for a budget display, with above-average scores in contrast ratio and brightness, as well as good color performance. Build quality exceeds expectations, too, with a fully ergonomic stand that offers height, tilt, swivel, and even pivot adjustments—a rarity in budget displays. Th